Aisha

Aisha bint Abu Bakr (died 678) (Arabic عائشة Transliteration: ʿāʾisha , "she who lives", also transcribed as A'ishah , Ayesha , ' A'isha , Aishah , or ' Aisha ) was the last wife of Muhammad . In Islamic writings, she is thus often referred to by the title " Mother of the Believers " (Arabic: أمّ المؤمنين umm-al- mu'min īn ), per the description of Muhammad's wives as "Mothers of Believers" in the Qur'an (33.6), and later, as the "Mother of Believers", as in Qutb's Ma'alim fi al-Tariq (pps6). She is quoted as source for many hadith , sacred traditions about Muhammad 's life, with Muhammad's personal life being the topic of most narrations. She narrated 2210 hadiths out of which 316 hadiths are mentioned in both Sahih al-Bukhari and Sahih Muslim .

In Islamic writings, her name is thus often prefixed by the title "Mother of the Believers" (Arabic: أمّ المؤمنين umm al- mu'min īn ), per the description of Muhammad's wives in the Quran . Aisha had an important role in early Islamic history, both during Muhammad's life and after his death. In Sunni tradition, Aisha is thought to be scholarly and inquisitive. She contributed to the spread of Muhammad's message and served the Muslim community for 44 years after his death. She is also known for narrating 2210 hadiths , not just on matters related to the Prophet's private life, but also on topics such as inheritance , pilgrimage , and eschatology . Her intellect and knowledge in various subjects, including poetry and medicine, were highly praised by early luminaries such as al-Zuhri and her student Urwa ibn al-Zubayr . Her father, Abu Bakr , became the first caliph to succeed Muhammad, and after two years was succeeded by Umar . During the time of the third caliph Uthman , Aisha had a leading part in the opposition that grew against him, though she did not agree either with those responsible for his assassination nor with the party of Ali . During the reign of Ali, she wanted to avenge Uthman's death, which she attempted to do in the Battle of the Camel . She participated in the battle by giving speeches and leading troops on the back of her camel. She ended up losing the battle, but her involvement and determination left a lasting impression. Afterwards, she lived quietly in Medina for more than twenty years, took no part in politics, and became reconciled to Ali and did not oppose Mu'awiya . The majority of traditional hadith sources state that Aisha was married to Muhammad at the age of six or seven, but she stayed in her parents' home until the age of nine, or ten according to Ibn Hisham , when the marriage was consummated with Muhammad, then 53, in Medina . Islamyat: a core text for students Sayeed, Asma (6 August 2013). Women and the Transmission of Religious Knowledge in Islam .

Muhammad's third wife ʿĀʾishah bint Abī Bakr ( , c. 613/614 – c. 678 CE), also transcribed as Aisha ( / ˈ ɑː iː ʃ ɑː / , also US : /- ʃ ə , aɪ ˈ iː ʃ ə / , UK : / ɑː ˈ ( j ) iː ʃ ə / ) or variants, was Muhammad 's third and youngest wife. In Islamic writings, her name is thus often prefixed by the title "Mother of the Believers" ( ), referring to the description of Muhammad's wives in the Qur'an . Aisha had an important role in early Islamic history, both during Muhammad's life and after his death. In Sunni tradition, Aisha is portrayed as scholarly and inquisitive. She contributed to the spread of Muhammad's message and served the Muslim community for 44 years after his death. She is also known for narrating 2,210 hadiths , not just on matters related to Muhammad's private life, but also on topics such as inheritance , pilgrimage , and eschatology . Her intellect and knowledge in various subjects, including poetry and medicine, were highly praised by early luminaries such as al-Zuhri and her student Urwa ibn al-Zubayr . Her father, Abu Bakr , became the first caliph to succeed Muhammad, and after two years was succeeded by Umar . During the time of the third caliph Uthman , Aisha had a leading part in the opposition that grew against him, though she did not agree either with those responsible for his assassination nor with the party of Ali . During the reign of Ali, she wanted to avenge Uthman's death, which she attempted to do in the Battle of the Camel . She participated in the battle by giving speeches and leading troops on the back of her camel. She ended up losing the battle, but her involvement and determination left a lasting impression. Because of her involvement in this battle, Shia Muslims have a generally negative view of Aisha . Afterwards, she lived quietly in Medina for more than twenty years, took no part in politics, became reconciled to Ali and did not oppose caliph Mu'awiya . Some traditional hadith sources state that Aisha was betrothed to Muhammad at the age of 6 or 7; other sources say she was 9 when she had a small marriage ceremony; some sources put the date in her teens; but both the date and her age at marriage and later consummation with Muhammad in Medina are sources of controversy and discussion amongst scholars. The American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language (5th ed.). "Ayesha" (US) and "Ayesha" . Islamyat: a core text for students Sayeed, Asma (6 August 2013). Women and the Transmission of Religious Knowledge in Islam .

Muhammad's third wife ( c. 613/4 – 678) For other uses, see Aisha (given name) and Aisha (disambiguation) . Aisha ( ; / ˈ ɑː iː ʃ ɑː / , also US : /- ʃ ə , aɪ ˈ iː ʃ ə / , UK : / ɑː ˈ ( j ) iː ʃ ə / ; c. Believed to be born 613/614 – July 678 ) was Islamic prophet Muhammad 's third and youngest wife. In Islamic writings, her name is thus often prefixed by the title "Mother of the Believers" ( ), referring to the description of Muhammad's wives in the Qur'an . Little is known about the early life of Aisha. A preponderance of classical sources converge on Aisha being 6 or 7 years old at the time of her marriage, and 9 at the consummation; her age has become a source of ideological friction in modern times. Aisha had an important role in early Islamic history, both during Muhammad's life and after his death. In Sunni tradition, Aisha is portrayed as scholarly, intelligent and inquisitive. She contributed to the spread of Muhammad's message and served the Muslim community for 44 years after his death. She is also known for narrating 2,210 hadiths , not just on matters related to Muhammad's private life, but also on topics such as inheritance , pilgrimage , and eschatology . Her intellect and knowledge in various subjects, including poetry and medicine, were highly praised by early scholars and luminaries such as al-Zuhri and her student Urwa ibn al-Zubayr . Her father, Abu Bakr ( r. 632–634 ), became the first caliph to succeed Muhammad, and after two years was succeeded by Umar ( r. 634–644 ). During the time of the third caliph Uthman ( r. 644–656 ), Aisha had a leading part in the opposition that grew against him, though she did also oppose those responsible for his assassination. During the reign of Ali, she wanted to avenge Uthman's death, which she attempted to do in the Battle of the Camel . She participated in the battle by giving speeches and leading troops on the back of her camel. She ended up losing the battle, but her involvement and determination left a lasting impression. Because of her involvement in this battle, Shia Muslims have a generally negative view of Aisha . Afterward, she lived quietly in Medina for more than twenty years, took no part in politics, became reconciled to Ali and did not oppose caliph Mu'awiya ( r. 661–680 ). The American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language (5th ed.). "Ayesha" (US) and "Ayesha" . Islamyat: a core text for students.

Muhammad's third wife (c. 614 – 678) For other uses, see Aisha (given name) and Aisha (disambiguation) . Aisha bint Abi Bakr ( c. 614 CE – July 678 ) was a seventh century Arab commander, politician, muhadditha and the third and youngest wife of the Islamic prophet Muhammad . Aisha had an important role in early Islamic history, both during Muhammad's life and after his death. In Sunni tradition, Aisha is portrayed as scholarly, intelligent and inquisitive. She contributed to the spread of Muhammad's message and served the Muslim community for 44 years after his death. Aisha narrated 2,210 hadiths throughout her life, not just on matters related to Muhammad's private life, but also on topics such as inheritance , pilgrimage , prayer, and eschatology . Her intellect and knowledge in various subjects, including poetry and medicine, were highly praised by early scholars and luminaries such as al-Zuhri and her student Urwa ibn al-Zubayr . Her father, Abu Bakr ( r. 632–634 ), became the first caliph to succeed Muhammad, and after two years was succeeded by Umar ( r. 634–644 ). Aisha played a leading role in opposing some policies of the third caliph Uthman ( r. 644–656 ), though she also opposed those responsible for his assassination. She refused to recognize Uthman's successor Ali ( r. 656–661 ) and joined al-Zubayr ibn al-Awwam and Talha ibn Ubayd Allah . She was defeated in the Battle of the Camel during the First Fitna , after which she retired in Medina, was pardoned by Ali and did not oppose caliph Mu'awiya ( r. 661–680 ). She participated in the Battle of the Camel by giving speeches and leading troops on the back of her camel. Because of her involvement in this battle, Shia Muslims have a generally negative view of Aisha , although Ali pardoned her after defeating her army. In Sunni Islam , Aisha is viewed as a leading Islamic scholar and a teacher of several companions and the tabi'in . The American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language (5th ed.). Islamyat: a core text for students. There are <ref group=lower-alpha> tags or templates on this page, but the references will not show without a template or template (see the help page ).